Program Finance Manager Jobs in Bristol, CT (NOW HIRING)

Description

Primary Position Objectives 

Performs financial/accounting support in accordance with DOL, PRH, Contract Center and The Bizzell Group's  requirements, supervises and trains Accountant and Accounting Clerks. 

 Position Responsibilities 

• Supervises Center finance functions. 
• Prepares Center budgets and furnishes requested financial information to Corporate Finance. 
• Prepares DOL Reports required by Regional and National Office. 
• Administers small business and minority subcontracting plan. 
• Coordinates corporate and federal audits. 
• Prepares other accounting analysis and other duties as required by the Center Director. 
• Maintains direct contact with all Center Managers, Center Director, Corporate Finance and Auditors. 
• Monitors assigned area to ensure high quality and timely services. 
• Prepares data for financial statements and management information reports.  Ensures integrity of accounting entries, ledger account entries, bank reconciliation and profit and loss statements. 
• Maintains Center operations cost data and analysis. Oversees and monitors staff payroll, accounts payable, interest fund and petty cash processes. 
• Reconciles accounts and balances books. 
• Maintains accurate database, records, ledgers, logs and journals. 
• Adheres to required property control policies and procedures. 
• Works towards meeting performance management goals. 
• Evaluates personnel under his/her management and makes recommendations regarding disciplinary actions, promotions, and/or merit increases. 
• Follows CDSS plan and Code of Conduct system daily.  
• Maintains good housekeeping in all areas and complies with safety practices. 
• Complies with all DOL guidelines, OFCCP regulation, Quality Assurance Plan (QAP), Serrato policies and procedures, Job Corps notices and bulletins, and Center policies and procedures. 
• Demonstrates and abides by  The Bizzell Group's core values and operating principles.  
• Models, mentors, monitors appropriate Career Success Standards. 
• Helps students become more employable through continuous reinforcement. 
• Participation in PRH mandated staff training is mandatory. Failure to participate may result in disciplinary action up to and including termination. 
• Performs other duties as assigned. 

Performance Standards/Results

• Presents information both clearly and concisely and regularly confirms correct interpretation of information. 
• Very high standard of communication skills both written and verbal for the presentation of facts and ideas.  
• Shows professional non-verbal body language and actively listens to others.   

Organization of Work 

• Action oriented. Demonstrates the ability to handle several projects simultaneously with decision making, flexibility, and problem solving.  
• Implements the key principles of time management, task allocation and priority assignment in addition to personal organization. 
• Shows attention to detail and ability to complete work with the highest level of accuracy and efficiency. 
• Continually seek ways to improve employment service provided via development of professional skills and personal growth. 

Professionalism 

• Demonstrates professional interpersonal skills when interacting with others. Abides by The Bizzell Group's Healthy Workplace Environment policy. 
• Acts as team player and builds professional relationships with coworkers to achieve goals. 

Leadership & Management 

• Ability to exceptionally manage and lead staff from diverse backgrounds.  
• Committed to investing in and developing staff and positioning them to succeed.  
• Mission-oriented and possesses a strategic vision. 
• Motivates staff and provides coaching and/or feedback when needed. 

Requirements

 Qualifications 

• To perform this job successfully, and individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  
• Proficiency with advanced Microsoft Office applications including Word, Power Point, Outlook, and Excel. 
• Computer Literacy with basic computer functions, email, internet, and basic programs such as Adobe Acrobat. 
• Proficiency in accounting/finance software and/or programs.  
• Ability to analyze financial data and communicate results to management. 
• Ability to work in fast paced deadline-oriented situation. 
• High level of leadership and management skills.  

Experience
One-year accounting/finance or related experience required
Education Associates degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, or related field required, Bachelor's degree preferred
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations Valid State Driver's License.